Financial Planning and Analysis; FP&A Analyst

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst

Philadelphia

Position Summary

The FP&A Analyst will be responsible for forecasting, budgeting, and analyzing all indirect (overhead) cost categories across the organization. This role partners closely with functional leaders—such as HR, Operations and Business Development—to provide insights that support cost control, operational efficiency, and strategic decision‑making. The role includes data entry and maintenance of financial information to ensure accurate reporting and analysis.

This role is a great fit for someone who prioritizes data accuracy, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and enjoys collaborating across teams.

This position is available in NYC or Philadelphia, PA.

• Own the budgeting and quarterly forecasting process for all indirect cost centers including Operations and Innovation & Growth
• Upload all financial forecasts into Oracle EPM
• Assist FP&A Lead with monthly close and forecast cycles by preparing standardized reporting inputs
• Analyze budget vs. actual performance and proactively identify risks, opportunities, and trends
• Collaborate with functional leaders to develop accurate spending plans and understand key cost drivers
• Track headcount‑related indirect costs (benefits, recruiting, training, T&E, shared services)
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data across systems
• Identify cost optimization opportunities and highlight risks or overruns
• Maintain and enhance forecasting models for overhead cost centers
• Enter, maintain, and update budget and forecast data in Oracle EPM to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Reconcile data across systems and resolve discrepancies to ensure consistent, accurate reporting

Additional Expectations:

• Ensure spending aligns with corporate policies and cost‑control initiatives.
• Provide reliable data inputs for forecasting cycles, budget reviews, and planning discussions.
• Maintain a mindset of curiosity and seek to enhance processes.

Compliance and Governance Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to financial policies, controls, and compliance standards.
• Support audit requests and compliance requirements related to indirect spend.

Desired

Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• 1‑3+ years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, accounting, or management consulting
• Ability to work with and synthesize large data sets
• Ability to present insights clearly to both financial and non‑financial audiences
• Strong Attention to Detail, ability to produce accurate and polished outcomes
• Business Curiosity, desire to understand the “why” behind trends
• Experience with financial systems such as Oracle EPM and dashboarding tools like Power BI
• High resilience and adaptability in a fast‑paced environment
• Able to manage multiple priorities with minimal oversight
• Driven to improve processes, reduce manual work, and strengthen data quality
• Upholds confidentiality and financial integrity at all times
• Competitive compensation and total rewards packages
• Exceptional professional growth and promotion opportunities
• Leadership training program
• Additional benefits include a 401k, paid time off, health benefits, and more!

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